Intense peril, violence, language in melodramatic series.
Parents Need to Know
Why Age 17+?
Any Positive Content?
Sex, Romance & Nudity
a lot
Dating and sexual relationships are a central plot point. Sex is shown often, sometimes with partial nudity such as a bare butt. There's also persistent, crass, degrading humor about sexual conquests and characters as sexual objects by the main male characters that is never addressed as harmful. Sexual violence is also part of the plot; a man is found in bed with a 15-year-old girl.
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Extreme profanity and derogatory language including frequent use of "f--k," "f--king," "motherf--ker," "c--t," "bitch," "s--t," "shut up," "stupid," "idiot," and similar.
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Extreme peril and violence includes an incident that involves terrified children, three of whom eventually die, one that goes missing, and several that are hurt. The funerals and grieving families are shown. Regular threats of violence are made. A man is drug from his house in front of his wife and young children and badly beaten before his house is set on fire in an attempt to burn his children alive. People are attacked and threatened multiple times with guns. There are references to suicide and scenes of domestic abuse in which a man punches his wife.
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Several characters drink alcohol excessively, including in the morning, suggesting stress-related drinking or addiction. Teens are depicted with unnamed drugs, and a drug bust operation is conducted at a local high school.
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Most characters are deeply flawed, driven by self-interest, revenge, or maintaining their power. Any instances of integrity or kindness are rare and often overshadowed by the surrounding negativity.
Positive Messages
none
The series attempts to delve into social issues like inequality and the corrupting influence of power, but the overwhelming presence of toxic behavior and moral ambiguity makes it difficult to discern any clear positive messages.
Parents Need to Know
Parents need to know that The Accident is a Mexican drama that revolves around the fallout from a tragic event and the toxic behaviors that follow. The series is filled with graphic content, including sexual situations, violence, and intense profanity. Parents should be aware of the show's frequent depictions of toxic masculinity, manipulation, and aggressive behavior, as well as its heavy focus on class disparity. The storyline involves sensitive topics like underage relationships, domestic abuse, suicide, and extreme distress, making it unsuitable for children and younger teens.
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What's the Story?
THE ACCIDENT centers on a tragic event that occurs during a child's birthday party, leading to child fatalities and sparking a chain of dark events. The series follows the fallout among several wealthy families and the employees who work for them, highlighting the deep tensions, resentment, and corruption lurking beneath the surface. As characters plot revenge and fight for control, the show explores the destructive consequences of privilege and power.
Opulent settings and stylish cinematography are visually captivating but the narrative is bogged down by extreme melodrama and sensationalized plot points. The contrast between the privileged, morally compromised adults and the innocence of the children in The Accident is intriguing, but the relentless focus on toxic masculinity, unchecked aggression, and increasingly absurd scenarios detracts from the overall story. Although the series aims to be a unique thriller, it ultimately veers too far into soap opera territory, with characters engaging in shocking behavior like crashing funerals and seeking violent revenge with little consequence.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about toxic masculinity and power. Many of the male characters display aggressive, manipulative, and predatory behaviors. How do these behaviors affect their relationships, and what message does the show convey about the impact of unchecked toxic masculinity?
How does the show portray the divide between wealthy families and those who work for them? Discuss the ways in which inequality and entitlement contribute to the tension and resentment between characters.
Consider using scenes of substance use to open up a conversation. What seems realistic or implausible about what the characters are doing? What (if any) are the consequences?
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